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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I had a hard time determining when I was really in labor. I had a couple days of prodromal labor. In the middle of the night the second day I was tapped out emotionally and knew I needed my midwife there regardless if I was in active labor or not. She was gracious and showed up. I then felt confident today was the day and I was going to meet my sweet baby.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Mental battles. Having to constantly remind myself I could do it.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Hypnobabies! My birthing time was intense and hard work but pain free.
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What surprised you about your birth?
How great I felt afterwards.
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Unbelievable. I felt so strong and empowered and so much love.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Hypnobabies
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Squatting in the birthing tub.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Unbelievable. I felt so strong and empowered and so much love.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Find a doctor or midwife that you can trust whole heartedly. Surround yourself with support. And take the hypnobabies course!!
